Hybrid sunflower 8H449DM is a mid-season, high-oleic variety developed for cultivation using the Clearfield technology, which involves the use of the herbicide Euro Lightning for effective weed control. The vegetation period ranges from 115 to 120 days, allowing the hybrid to be successfully grown in various climatic zones, including forest-steppe and steppe regions. The producer of this hybrid is the company Dow Seeds (Dow AgroSciences V.m.b.H.).
This hybrid is characterized by high oleic acid content in the oil — up to 92% — ensuring high quality and value of the product. The oil content of the seeds reaches 54%, which is a record in its maturity group. Thanks to its strong root system and sturdy stem, the hybrid exhibits high resistance to lodging (8 points) and uniform flowering, contributing to stable and high yields. The recommended seeding density at harvest is 55-65 thousand plants per hectare.
Hybrid 8H449DM also exhibits high resistance to major sunflower diseases, including fusarium, rust, white mold (sclerotinia), verticillium, and false powdery mildew. These traits make it a reliable choice for farmers aiming to achieve high-quality and stable yields. Maturity group — 4, with flowering occurring around day 69, allowing the hybrid to adapt to various growing conditions and ensure high productivity.
